Head of School / Principal – International Schools Partnership (AY 2027/28)

About the Role

International Schools Partnership (ISP) is seeking expressions of interest from exceptional educational leaders for Principal / Head of School positions within its global network of 120+ schools across 25+ countries for the 2027/28 academic year and beyond.

As a Principal / Head of School, you will lead a school within this international network with vision, empathy and integrity, creating safe, inclusive and supportive environments where students and adults thrive. You will provide strategic and inspirational leadership while working closely with your Regional Managing Director and colleagues across ISP.

Key Leadership Areas

• People Development & Wellbeing: Build a high-performing, engaged school community where students and colleagues feel safe, valued and supported. Develop leadership capacity and a culture of continuous professional learning.
• Student Learning Outcomes: Lead the pursuit of high-quality teaching and learning. Embed ISP's Learning.First approach and use evidence and data to drive sustained improvement and exceptional student outcomes.
• Community & Exceptional Customer Experience: Position the school as a School of Choice within its local community. Build strong relationships with students, parents, carers and stakeholders to strengthen reputation, engagement and enrolment.
• Commercial Success: Take ownership of operational and commercial performance. Ensure effective resource use, support sustainable enrolment and income growth, and deliver financial targets while maintaining highest standards of education and safeguarding.

About You

We are interested in leaders who demonstrate a strong track record of educational leadership and school improvement. You may currently be a Principal / Head of School, Deputy Head / Vice Principal, Head of Primary or Secondary, or a senior educational leader preparing for your first Principal position.

We particularly value leaders who demonstrate:

• Inspirational and strategic educational leadership
• Strong commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing and inclusion
• Proven ability to improve teaching, learning and student outcomes
• Ability to develop high-performing teams and future leaders
• Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Excellent stakeholder and community engagement
• Commercial and financial awareness
• Data-informed and evidence-based decision-making
• Ability to lead change effectively
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to share across an international network

International school experience is highly valued. We also welcome exceptional UK-based educational leaders ready to transition into international education.

About ISP

ISP is a continually growing global community of international schools united by the belief that amazing learning happens when we begin with children and students. Our schools are diverse in location, community and curriculum but connected by common principles: putting students first, treating everyone with care and respect, operating effectively, acting with financial responsibility, and learning continuously.

ISP Commitment

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including online due diligence, references and Criminal Background Checks covering the previous 10 years. ISP is also committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, welcoming candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, neurodivergence or socio-economic background.